6 more former players take action against rugby union in concussion lawsuit
Ex-internationals are amongst the number.
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Ex-internationals are amongst the number.
The former Tottenham defender has revealed long-lasting effects of a concussion sustained in the 2019 Champions League semi-final against Ajax.
Bernard Jackman told The42 Rugby Weekly about his experiences with concussion.
Exeter boss Rob Baxter said it was ‘disingenuous’ for people not to recognise the steps rugby had taken to make the sport safer, meanwhile.
The words of Steve Thompson, Alix Popham, and Michael Lipman have rocked the professional game.
Ex-England hooker Steve Thompson has been diagnosed with early onset dementia and probable CTE.
Head coach Andy Friend will continue with his plans to rotate through his squad for Sunday’s clash with Munster.
‘I’d become wise how to beat the tests’ – responses to concussion researcher show more than protocols and workshops needed to change culture.
‘I’d become wise how to beat the tests’ – responses to concussion researcher show more than protocols and workshops needed to change culture.
Ross Moriarty and Gareth Davies come into the starting XV for Wayne Pivac’s side.
Ireland hooker Cliodhna Moloney details her recent HIA return, reflects on the Six Nations so far and looks to England.
Jordi Murphy is due to join the squad in Kobe tomorrow and play on Thursday.
David Denton was capped 42 times and coach Gregor Townsend said the national side would ‘miss him’.
Rob McCracken initially suggested he allowed his fighter to continue while concussed.
Smith has not been given the all-clear to play by Cricket Australia doctors after being hit on the head at Lord’s.
The Australian batsman took a sickening blow from a ball bowled by Jofra Archer.
Cormac Bane suffered two ‘serious and prolonged’ concussion injuries over the past two years.
‘Our experienced medical team will continue to assess and monitor Jarly Og,’ a statement reads.
The Wales fullback came through symptom-free after contact training with Scarlets last week.
The experienced out-half was replaced by Joey Carbery in the first half of the win over Scotland.
The retired Canadian international returned to play in the 2015 Heineken Champions Cup final despite suffering a head injury.
The fullback hasn’t played since November.
The Wales fullback was due to return against Cardiff Blues, but is ‘still picking up the odd issue’.
The Donegal star has been out with two concussions in 2018.
Roscommon U20 star Conor Shanagher has had to call it a day after six concussions.
Pete Browne confirmed his retirement on Tuesday after three seasons spent at Kingspan Stadium.
Iain Henderson suffered the first concussion of his career last weekend. Here he describes in detail how it unfolded from his perspective.
Ryan McHugh will miss the rest of Kilcar’s chaampionship campaign.
Leinster’s Jack Conan was sad to see his former team-mate forced to hang up his boots.
Gareth Southgate has called up Ben Chilwell and Demarai Gray to his squad.
The 28-year-old played for Leicester Tigers last season.
We spoke to Ross Tucker about the process of rugby attempting to lower the height of tackles.
‘Sometimes you felt like you had a bit of a hangover and other times it feels like something’s wrong in your head and you’re tempted to call A&E.’
The Spanish defender issued a sarcastic response to claims that Loris Karius sustained a serious injury during the Champions League final.
‘It has been recommended that I take a break and while I find that decision hard to accept, it’s important I listen to that advice.’
Researchers also found that those with a traumatic brain injury were diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease an average of two years earlier than those without.
Chris Borland said players could manipulate the baseline test.
The Brentford skipper sustained two concussions in quick succession this season.
The Six Nations has stepped up the investigation into the classification of France’s replacements on Saturday.
New England Patriots have received a boost ahead of Sunday’s big game.